Grilled Mediterranean Veggie Quesadillas

🧀 Grilled Mediterranean Veggie Quesadillas

🛒 Ingredients (Serves 3–4)

For the Veggie Filling:

• 1 zucchini, sliced

• 1 red bell pepper, sliced

• 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced

• 1 small red onion, sliced

• 1 cup mushrooms, sliced

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tsp Italian seasoning

• ½ tsp paprika

• ½ tsp garlic powder

• Salt & black pepper to taste

For the Quesadillas:

• 6 large flour tortillas

• 1½ cups shredded mozzarella or Monterey Jack cheese

• ½ cup crumbled feta cheese

• ¼ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped

• 2 tbsp fresh basil or parsley, chopped

Optional Add-ins:

• Kalamata olives, sliced

• Baby spinach

• Artichoke hearts

👩‍🍳 Instructions

Step 1: Grill the Veggies

1. Toss all sliced veggies with olive oil, Italian seasoning, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

2. Grill on a pan or outdoor grill over medium heat for 5–7 minutes until tender and slightly charred.

3. Remove from heat and chop into bite-sized pieces.

Step 2: Assemble Quesadillas

1. Heat a non-stick pan or grill pan over medium.

2. Place a tortilla on the pan.

3. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese on one half.

4. Add grilled veggies, sun-dried tomatoes, and feta.

5. Sprinkle fresh herbs.

6. Fold tortilla in half.

Step 3: Grill

1. Cook 2–3 minutes per side until golden and crispy.

2. Cheese should be melted and gooey.

3. Remove and slice into wedges.

🍽 Serving Suggestions

• Serve with tzatziki sauce

• Garlic yogurt dip

• Hummus

• Fresh cucumber-tomato salad

❓ Q & A

Q1: Can I make these vegan?

Yes! Use vegan cheese or hummus as the base instead of dairy cheese.

Q2: Can I bake these instead of grilling?

Yes! Bake at 190°C (375°F) for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway.

Q3: What protein can I add?

Great options:

• Grilled chicken

• Chickpeas

• Falafel crumbles

• Shrimp

Q4: Can I make them ahead of time?

Yes. Assemble them, wrap tightly, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before cooking.

Q5: Can I freeze quesadillas?

Yes! Wrap individually and freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat on a pan for best texture.

Q6: Are these healthy?

Yes! They’re packed with fiber, vitamins, and healthy fats—especially if you use whole-wheat tortillas.

Q7: What cheese works best?

Mozzarella, Monterey Jack, provolone, or a Mediterranean blend work beautifully.